Library Acquisitions Manager

Citrus County Board of County Commissioners; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Citrus County Library System is seeking a Library Acquisitions Manager in Beverly Hills, FL to oversee technical services and materials management for the public library system.

The role oversees acquisitions, cataloging, budgeting, interlibrary loan, and vendor coordination, while supervising staff and ensuring compliance with policy and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with major course work in library science preferred.
• Four (4) years library experience with three (3) years specifically in library technical services operations.
• Prior supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, plans, and coordinates work of assigned staff. Reviews and evaluates employee performance and completes performance evaluations. Counsels staff and initiates commendations or disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Oversees acquisitions management and budgeting, collection development, cataloging, database maintenance, interlibrary loan, processing, collection maintenance and oversight of courier services.
• Supervises technical services personnel in all functions of materials management for print and digital collections, including all Integrated Library System (ILS) functionality.
• Supervises the cataloging and classification of all library materials including the physical processing of all materials for acquisition and withdrawal.
• Manages library materials purchasing and accounting based on collection development polices, patron needs, staff suggestions, and professional standards.
• Works with library staff to evaluate and recommend electronic resources, databases, and platforms associated with emerging technologies or capabilities for the library.
• Serves as part of a managerial workgroup in planning, evaluating, coordinating, and administering library services.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

ILS knowledge

Acquisitions

Cataloging

Supervisory

Budgeting

Interlibrary loan

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in library science

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Job description

The Library Acquisitions Manager performs professional library work managing the technical services and materials management functions for the public library system.

Detailed information regarding the County’s benefits package and retirement offerings may be found here: BenefitsTo learn more about Citrus County: Citrus County Government and Official Guide to Crystal River and Citrus County, Florida

Citrus County is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. More information can be found on the Federal Student Aid Website: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

• Full-time, in-person position based in Beverly Hills, FL, scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM.
• Supervises, plans, and coordinates work of assigned staff. Reviews and evaluates employee performance and completes performance evaluations. Counsels staff and initiates commendations or disciplinary action when appropriate.
• Oversees acquisitions management and budgeting, collection development, cataloging, database maintenance, interlibrary loan, processing, collection maintenance and oversight of courier services.
• Supervises technical services personnel in all functions of materials management for print and digital collections, including all Integrated Library System (ILS) functionality.
• Supervises the cataloging and classification of all library materials including the physical processing of all materials for acquisition and withdrawal.
• Manages library materials purchasing and accounting based on collection development polices, patron needs, staff suggestions, and professional standards.
• Works with library staff to evaluate and recommend electronic resources, databases, and platforms associated with emerging technologies or capabilities for the library.
• Serves as part of a managerial workgroup in planning, evaluating, coordinating, and administering library services.
• Drives and/or operates a county vehicle or equipment and must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.
• Performs other duties as required.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required with major course work in library science preferred.
• Four (4) years library experience with three (3) years specifically in library technical services operations.
• Prior supervisory experience.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid Florida Driver License or must obtain within 30 days of establishing residency in Florida.
• Must have or be able to obtain within 90 days certification in FEMA National Incident Management System (NIMS) courses:
  • IS-100.c: Introduction to the Incident Command System (ICS)
  • IS-200.b: ics for Single Resources & Initial Action Incidents
  • IS-700.b: An Introduction to the National Incident Management System
  • IS-800.c: National Response Framework, an Introduction

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work after normal business hours (may include nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Strong understanding of Integrated Library System platforms specifically acquisitions and cataloging modules.
• Demonstrated proficiency in purchasing and cataloging of library materials.
• Ability to handle the coordination of multiple projects, meet deadlines, and demonstrate an ability to analyze and solve problems independently.
• Requires ability to maintain courteous and effective relations with County staff, elected officials, community interest groups and the public.
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbally and in writing) in a clear, confident manner using proper grammar.
• Must have strong working knowledge of computers and be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite of Products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Requires a combination of sitting, standing, and walking.
• The job involves frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 20 pounds.
• The job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, balancing, reaching above shoulders, and occasional twisting.
• The job requires the completion of tasks that involve typing, simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manual manipulation, operating foot controls/levers, and driving automotive equipment.
• The job requires normal visual acuity and field of vision, depth perception and color vision, hearing, and speaking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

• All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens. Emergency response duties may also include driving and/or operating a county vehicle or equipment and employees must obey all safety policies, and roadway rules and laws.

Must successfully pass a criminal background check, pre-employment physical examination, and drug screen. Drug screens will be in accordance with the Drug Free Workplace Act and/or the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Citrus County, Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), marital status, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected trait.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the Citrus County, Florida Board of County Commissioners in advance to allow sufficient time to provide an accommodation.

Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.

Pursuant to Chapter 119, Florida Statutes or the “Public Records Law,” applications, resumes and personnel records are subject to public inspections. Details regarding the “Public Records Law”/ “The Sunshine Law” / Florida Statutes and the statutory exemptions are available on websites such as the Florida Office of the Attorney General, Florida Senate and Florida Legislature. Additionally, Citrus County Board of County Commissioners Public Information section is located on our website.